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AV02 PCU

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,071 mi
Last recorded33,071 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 PCU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine990cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 33,071 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 32,796 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 32,765 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 32,698 miles

Both tyres over 10 yers old, 2008

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre cracking in tread and on sidewall

Pass 29 Aug 2020 32,562 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 32,313 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 31,758 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 31,748 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 May 2016 31,741 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 31,305 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 29,891 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 29,521 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 29,521 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 29,135 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 29,135 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 28,599 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 27,555 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 25,833 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 22,674 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 18,442 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 11,466 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS1000?

Based on 71,815 MOT tests across 4,923 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
1,146
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
4,923
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 712
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 413
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 163
reflector on motorcycle missing 153
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AV02 PCU is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 23,186 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZS1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 712 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV02 PCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV02 PCU registered?

AV02 PCU is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 18 June 2002.

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